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New Build Residential Conveyancing: Legal Assistant / Secretary / Paralegal

Recquest
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Fareham, Hampshire PO17 5BL, England

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • RecQuest is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant, Secretary, or Paralegal to join a reputable law firm in Fareham, offering a salary between £26,000 and £32,000 per annum.
  • The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in residential conveyancing.
  • The role involves preparing legal documents, managing client communications, and assisting with administrative tasks to ensure smooth transactions.
  • Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
  • This position offers benefits such as a contributory pension scheme, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and opportunities for career progression.

New Build Conveyancing: Legal Assistant / Secretary / Paralegal

Fareham

£26,000 - £32,000pa

RecQuest are working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded law firm, known for delivering exceptional legal services. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Legal Assistant, Secretary, or Paralegal to join their busy Residential Conveyancing team in Fareham.

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly alongside a Partner, supporting a thriving department handling buying and selling transactions, remortgaging, and probate-linked conveyancing. You will play a key role in ensuring smooth transactions and providing excellent client service.

The Role:
  • Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including contracts and title deeds.
  • Liaise with clients, estate agents, and mortgage providers, ensuring seamless communication.
  • Manage schedules, appointments, and correspondence on behalf of the legal team.
  • Assist with reception duties, providing a warm and professional service to visitors.
  • Maintain accurate billing and administrative records, ensuring compliance with firm procedures.
About You:
  • At least one year’s experience as a Legal Assistant, Secretary, or Paralegal, ideally within residential conveyancing.
  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and manage deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.
  • IT proficient, with experience using Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
  • A proactive and flexible team player, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Benefits Include:
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Additional holiday over Christmas
  • Free sight tests
  • Annual staff functions

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal career in a firm that values its employees and offers genuine progression opportunities. If you are an experienced Legal Assistant, Secretary, or Paralegal looking for your next step, RecQuest would love to hear from you.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.